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jp-transit — Transit Visa (通過査証)
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jp-transit — Transit Visa (通過査証)

Tourist

At a Glance

Processing Time

5-60 days

Application Fee

850 JPY

Stay Duration

15 days

Renewable

No

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Not Specified

PR Pathway

No

Remote Work

Not Required

Official Information
Japan flag

Living in Japan

Cost of Living
25% cheaper than United States
Avg Salary¥4,800,000
Quality of Life
161/200
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Overview

The Transit Visa is designed for foreign nationals transiting through Japan to another country who wish to leave the airport transit area for up to 15 days.

Japan's Transit Visa allows foreign nationals to leave the airport transit area for up to 15 days while passing through en route to a third country. It covers sightseeing and rest only — family or friend visits require a short-stay visa — and must be applied for in person at a Japanese embassy or consulate.

The fee is 700 JPY (or free for some nationalities); processing is typically 5 working days, but may extend to 2 months if referred to MOFA Tokyo. A single-entry transit visa is valid for 3 months from issue; double-entry for 4 months. No work is permitted and the visa cannot be extended.

This visa is ideal for travellers who need to exit Japan's airport during a layover — such as those changing airports or requiring an overnight stop — on the way to their final destination.

Fee Breakdown

Standard Visa Issuance Fee
700 JPY
Indian Nationals Visa Issuance Fee
150 JPY

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant15 days

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Must be transiting through Japan to a third country.

Must have a confirmed onward flight ticket departing Japan within 15 days.

Must possess a valid visa or entry clearance for the destination country (if required).

Must have sufficient funds to cover layover expenses in Japan.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages)

Completed and signed Visa Application Form

One passport-sized photograph

Confirmed flight itinerary/ticket

Valid visa or entry permit for the next destination country

Proof of sufficient funds

Hotel reservation/accommodation details

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Allows exit from the airport transit area
  • Short processing time for standard applications

Worth Knowing

  • Strictly prohibited from working
  • Cannot be extended or renewed
  • Not for visiting friends or family
  • Visiting friends or relatives
  • Intention to work or receive remuneration

Application Process

1

Prepare all required documents.

2

Complete the visa application form.

3

Book an appointment and apply on paper at the nearest Japanese Embassy/Consulate (JAPAN eVISA is not available for transit visas).

4

Submit the application and passport.

5

Pay the visa fee (if applicable) and service fee.

6

Retrieve passport with the visa.

Application Forms

Visa Application Form
Visa Application Form to Enter Japan
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Verified Claims (18)

Last verified May 31, 2026
Application StepsPrepare all required documents.; Complete the visa application form.; Book an appointment and apply …mofa.go.jp
Fee BreakdownStandard Visa Issuance Fee: 700 JPY; Indian Nationals Visa Issuance Fee: 150 JPYmofa.go.jp
Fees0 to 700 Yen (varies by nationality)mofa.go.jp
FormsVisa Application Formmofa.go.jp
Forms · Visa Application Form · descriptionVisa Application Form to Enter Japanmofa.go.jp
Forms · Visa Application Form · urlhttps://www.mofa.go.jp/j_info/visit/visa/pdfs/application1.pdfmofa.go.jp
Job Offer Requiredfalseus.emb-japan.go.jp
Official Infohttps://www.mofa.go.jp/j_info/visit/visa/index.htmlmofa.go.jp

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